National, 21 February 2025: As the world counts down to the 97th Academy Awards, PVR INOX is set to bring an unparalleled cinematic experience to Indian audiences with the much-anticipated Oscars Film Festival 2025. This grand festival is a tribute to the finest films of the year, offering movie lovers the exclusive opportunity to watch Oscar-nominated and award-winning films on the big screen.
Spanning three thrilling weeks, the festival will take place across 54 cinemas in 22 cities in India.
Festival Timeline:
Week 1 (Feb 21 – Feb 27): Exclusive screenings of this year’s Oscar-nominated films.
Week 2 (Feb 28 – Mar 6): A deeper dive into the most celebrated nominees, leading up to the grand Oscars night.
Week 3 (Mar 7 – Mar 13): Special screenings of the Oscar-winning films, bringing the best of the best back to the big screen.
Mr. Sanjeev Kumar Bijli, Executive Director, PVR INOX Ltd., shared his enthusiasm, stating: “At PVR INOX, we take immense pride in bringing world-class cinema to Indian audiences, and the Oscars Film Festival 2025 is a testament to our passion for storytelling. Year after year, the Academy Awards set the benchmark for excellence in filmmaking, and this festival allows audiences to experience that brilliance firsthand. We look forward to yet another successful edition of the festival and invite movie lovers to relive the best of global cinema on the big screen, while also showcasing critically acclaimed films from around the world.”
The carefully curated lineup includes some of the most talked-about films of the season, each carrying its own unique cinematic significance. Dune: Part Two, the epic sci-fi sequel, promises breathtaking visuals and a gripping continuation of Frank Herbert’s legendary saga. Wicked, the long-awaited adaptation of the Broadway sensation, brings a spellbinding musical journey to life. Inside Out 2, the highly anticipated sequel to Pixar’s emotional masterpiece, takes audiences on another heartfelt adventure into the complexities of the human mind. The Brutalist delivers a compelling narrative on art, ambition, and survival, while Emilia Pérez presents a strikingly unconventional blend of crime and musical drama, pushing the boundaries of storytelling.
This festival is a must-attend for every movie lover. It offers the rare chance to experience Oscar-worthy storytelling on the big screen, relive the most critically acclaimed and fan-favourite films of the year, and immerse in the thrill of the Oscars season alongside fellow enthusiasts. Audiences can also enjoy state-of-the-art projection and sound, ensuring that each film is presented in the highest quality, just as its creators envisioned.